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Chinese Orange Chicken
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Chinese Orange Chicken

Chinese Orange Chicken features bite-sized chicken pieces coated in cornstarch and quickly fried until golden and crisp, then tossed in a tangy, sweet orange glaze made from a marinade of orange juice, chicken broth, garlic, and soy sauce. The coating provides a crisp texture contrasting the bright, flavorful sauce. This preparation delivers a balance of crispy fried chicken and a sticky, slightly spicy citrus sauce ideal for serving with rice or vegetables.

Prep Time
40 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1 cup corn starch divided, plus 2 tablespoons
  • 2 egg beaten, large
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • ½ teaspoon sesame seeds
  • 1 green onion thinly sliced
For the marinade
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • ½ cup orange juice freshly squeezed
  • ½ cup sugar
  • ⅓ cup white vinegar distilled
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1 teaspoon sriracha or more, to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon white pepper

Instructions

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  1. To make the marinade, whisk together chicken broth, orange juice, sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, orange zest, Sriracha, ginger and white pepper in a large bowl.
  2. In a gallon size Ziploc bag or large bowl, combine chicken and 2/3 cup of the marinade; marinate for at least 30 minutes, turning the bag occasionally. Drain the chicken from the marinade, discarding the marinade.
  3. Heat remaining marinade in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil and stir in 2 tablespoons cornstarch combined with 2 tablespoons water. Cook, stirring frequently, until thickened about 1-2 minutes; keep warm.
  4. Working one at a time, dip the chicken into the eggs, then dredge in remaining 1 cup cornstarch, pressing to coat.
  5. Heat vegetable oil in a large saucepan. Working in batches, add chicken and fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 1-2 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate; discard excess oil.
  6. Serve chicken immediately, tossed or drizzled with the marinade, garnished with sesame seeds and green onion, if desired.